Comparison

Upin vs Kardder

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Upin

Easily find and create local events and communities to connect with people nearby. Discover spontaneous gatherings and join like-minded individuals for real-life interactions.

Highlights
  • Discover local communities
  • Create local communities
  • Discover local events
  • Create local events
  • Connect with people at events
  • Join existing communities and events
Features
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Looking for a better way to meet people locally and discover real-life events spontaneously? Upin helps you discover and create local events & communities, making it easy to connect with like-minded people near you! • Discover, Join, & create local communities • Discover, Join, & Create events anytime and anywhere as your own host or as a part of your community • Discover, join, & connect with people you meet in real life at local events and communities you join

About

Kardder

Connect with people, places, and events in your local community. Discover nearby individuals, explore live events, and join or create interest-based groups. Share moments and build authentic relationships.

Highlights
  • Discover nearby people and places
  • Explore live local events
  • Connect based on shared interests
  • Create and join interest-based Clubs
  • Share moments with in-app camera
  • Host and promote events
  • Private chat and group features
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Bring yourself closer to the people, places, and events near you. Kardder is your tool to bridge the gap between you and those immediately around you. Wherever you go, stay connected to your local community in real-time. Whether you’re looking for new friends, workout buddies, or something more, Kardder helps you connect and build relationships through authentic interactions. Discover who’s around you with the interactive map. Explore popular spots, live events, and see who else is nearby. Kardder lets you connect with people at the places you love, making it easy to meet like-minded individuals wherever you are. Find and connect with others in your immediate vicinity. Filter members based on shared passions, professions, or hobbies to discover people who align with what you’re looking for. Explore local events happening now. Stay updated with live events in your area. See real-time updates and join the fun. Whether it’s a concert, a meetup, or a spontaneous gathering, Kardder keeps you in the loop. Capture and share genuine moments using the in-app camera to give others a glimpse into your life or share updates from local events. Not in the mood to post? Browse the community-curated timeline to see what’s happening near you, keep up with friends, or discover posts and stories shared by others in your area. Host and promote your own events on Kardder. Share live moments to engage attendees and attract more people. Earn money while bringing your community together and making your events unforgettable. Looking to build something longer-term? Kardder now lets you create and join Clubs — small communities centered around shared interests, whether it's running at sunrise, hosting dinner nights, or building the next big thing on campus. Use Clubs to stay organized, post updates, chat privately, and meet consistently with people who share your vibe. Feeling shy? Start a conversation by replying privately to another member’s post or browse by interests to find people who share your passions. From nightlife and sports to arts and culture, Kardder makes meeting others easy and meaningful. Users are reviewed daily to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. Join Kardder to: 1. Discover who’s around you – Use the interactive map to see nearby members and hotspots. 2. Connect with people nearby – Filter based on shared passions, professions, or hobbies 3. Explore local events happening now – See live updates and join the fun. 4. Share authentic moments using the in-app camera and keep connections real. 5. Host and promote events – Share live moments, engage attendees, and earn money. 6. Stay engaged with the community – Join private chats, create groups, or plan events. 7. Build and join Clubs – Create or discover communities centered around your interests and passions. Wherever life takes you, Kardder helps you stay connected to the people, places, and moments that matter most.

Screenshots

Upin4 screens
Kardder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Upin at none against Kardder's 10. Kardder's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (383 vs 10). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Kardder sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Upin asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Upin against 4.9 for Kardder. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kardder has 383 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Upin's written reviews are positive against 98% of Kardder's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Upin ships an update weekly, Kardder every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Upin versus Kardder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUpinKardder
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (10 ratings) — better4.9 (383 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better98.2% of reviews
Number of ratings10383 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 10 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB147 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperUpin Inc.Kardder, Inc.

Customer experience

Upin

All ratings10 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Kardder

All ratings383 ratings
Positive97.7%
Neutral0.3%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews57 reviews
Positive98.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative1.8%

In-app purchases

None

Upin

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Kardder

One-time10
  • 1 employee card package$1.99
  • Flexible Card Template purchas$2.99
  • Pin & Park for 7 days$6.99
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  • Colored Template$8.99
  • Pin & Park without Banner$9.99
  • Change in Pin&Park plan$9.99
  • Employe Subscription 10 cards$15.99
  • Scan Card$19.99
  • Pin& Park with banner Presence$19.99
  • 100 Employe cards$139.99

Questions

Is Upin free?
Upin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Kardder free?
Kardder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Upin or Kardder?
Upin is rated higher. Upin averages 5.0 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Kardder averages 4.9 from 383 ratings.
Do Upin or Kardder have ads?
Upin shows ads; Kardder does not.
Which is updated more often, Upin or Kardder?
Upin ships an update weekly, and Kardder every 10 days. Most recently, Upin was updated on June 1, 2026 and Kardder on September 21, 2026.

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